Project Description
The proposed advisory project will complement IFC’s investment facility of US$ 35 million to finance the expansion program comprising: (i) construction of environmentally controlled broiler houses; (ii) construction of a wheat mill; (iii) improvement of abattoir operations including the installation of upgraded refrigeration facilities; (iv) development of irrigated land; (v) improvement of feed mill operations including the installation of a second pellet line and extrusion upgrade; (vi) purchase of farm implements; and (vii) working capital for the purchase of animals, maize, and soybeans. In addition, the Food Safety Advisory team will provide technical assistance to support the implementation of GLOBALG.A.P standards in Zambeefs processing and animal production units. By the end of the implementation period, the project aims to have certified seven entities against the GLOBALG.A.P. standard.